Question

The value of x for which the expressions 5xand 3x+ 8/5 become equal is

Answer 1

x = 4/5

Explanation:

1. Set up the equation

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  `5x = 3x + (8)/(5)`

2. Subtract 3x from both sides

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  `5x - 3x = 3x + (8)/(5) - 3x\\`
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  `2x = 8/5`

3. Divide both sides by 2.

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  `(2x)/(2) = (8)/(5) * (1)/(2)`
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  `x = (8)/(10)`
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  `x = (4)/(5)`

Therefore, the value of x is 4/5.